A DRIVER is alleged to have racially abused a pedestrian who told them to slow down on a Dorchester road.
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an altercation in Trinity Street at around 4.30pm on Thursday (January 16).
A Dorset Police spokesperson said the incident involved the driver of a Mercedes and a male pedestrian.
“It is reported that the pedestrian told the driver of the car to slow down as it is believed the driver was accelerating as the victim was crossing the road with children,” they said.
“The suspect then reportedly shouted repeated racial abuse at the victim.”
A 41-year-old man from East Dorset was arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and released on police bail while enquiries continue.
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Police Sergeant Mia Jakeman, of Dorset Police, said: “This incident happened in a busy area and I am keen to speak to anyone who may have seen what happened.
“In addition, I would like to hear from any motorists who may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam footage.
“I understand a number of members of the public intervened at the time and I would like to thank them for their assistance.”
Anyone with information about the incident should contact Dorset Police via www.dorset.police.uk, or by calling 101, quoting incident number 55250007461. Thy can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.
